Subject Librarian
Finding Background Information
Finding Background Information
Use these sources to gain familiarity with your topic, narrow your research question, provide context, and identify experts.
- Find It @ USC LibrariesSearch for articles, books, and more or limit to USC Libraries collection.
- The Encyclopedia of Philosophy2006 2nd edition from Macmillan
- Oxford Companion to Philosopy2005, 2nd edition
- Stanford Encyclopedia of PhilosophyA searchable and browsable online encyclopedia
Choosing a Topic
Choosing a Topic
Taking the time to carefully choose and refine your topic can save you significant time and effort later in your research.
- How to Choose a TopicThis short video tells you the questions to ask and describes the process of choosing a workable research question.